Quote by Augustine J. Duganne

Pleasure's couch is virtue's grave.

Pleasure's couch is virtue's grave.

Summary

This quote suggests that indulging in immediate pleasures often leads to the downfall of one's virtuous qualities. It implies that seeking short-term gratification can hinder one's ability to uphold moral values and act in accordance with virtue. By prioritizing pleasure over virtues like self-discipline, honesty, and integrity, an individual may find themselves gradually losing their ethical grounding, symbolized here as virtue being buried. Thus, the quote serves as a reminder to prioritize virtues over temporary pleasures to maintain one's integrity and lead a morally upright life.

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